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Kevin Stansbury

Kevin Stansbury, MBA, BS, RN, CEN, VA-BC, is a Registered Nurse with over 25 years’ experience in the medical field including critical care, emergency medicine, and infusion therapy. He is currently living and working in the Central Valley of California. Kevin is a 13-year veteran of the U.S. Army where he served as a combat medic and nurse. He received several military decorations during his tours in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, including an Army Achievement Medal, an Army Commendation Medal, and the Kuwaiti Liberation Medal. Kevin also received his Expert Field Medical Badge while serving two tours in Korea.

Class Accreditation

All states (with the exception of Hawaii) recognize our courses for accredited continuing nursing education, CNE, contact hours.
This course is accredited by the following boards:
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 15467.
Provider approved by the Arkansas, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia , South Carolina Boards of Nursing through CE Broker, CE Provider #: 50-13256.

Provider approved by the California Department of Public Health, Nurse Aide Certification (NAC) #7046. This document must be retained by the certified nurse assistant for a period of four years after the course completion. Provider approved by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel, Florida Board of Nursing-Certified Nursing Assistants; CE Broker CE Provider #: 50-13256.

Understanding Dystonia

For a complete list of accreditations for this course, please see the accreditation information box below the author’s bio. All states (with the exception of Hawaii) recognize our courses for accredited continuing nursing education, CNE, contact hours.

This course is designed to help create a better understanding of a little known neurological movement disorder called Dystonia. Dystonia is a complex and varied condition that can present, manifest and be treated in many different ways. This course will differentiate and define the key characteristics of dystonia, discuss the prevalence and explain how the disorder impacts those affected. Understanding traditional treatment guidelines and medication therapies will help nursing staff better care for and assist patients suffering from Dystonia.

All proceeds of the purchase of this course will be donated to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation. You may learn more about the DMFR here: https://www.dystonia-foundation.org/

Objectives

After completion of this course the healthcare provider will be able to:

Define the clinical definition of dystonia and describe how it affects the physical posturing and movement of the patient.

Describe the neurological process that is believed to be responsible for causing Dystonia.

Identify and describe the prevalence and patient demographic for those suffering from dystonia.

Describe the diagnostic criteria and process required to receive a dystonia diagnosis.

Discuss and describe the role of genetics in the diagnostic process.

Differentiate the different types of Dystonia and identify the clinical differences.

Identify the different types of dystonia that are inherited.

Discuss and describe the possible ages of onset for Dystonia and how that may affect progression and severity.

Identify the different types of dystonia’s and the areas of the body they affect.

Identify the different types of drug therapies used to treat dystonia, how they affect the brain and why they are commonly used.

Explain the effects of dystonia and how it can affect a patient’s lifespan.

Identify and discuss what patients are experiencing so that you can anticipate their needs and provide the best possible care.

Curriculum

Chapter 1: What is Dystonia?
Chapter 2: How is Dystonia Classified?
Chapter 3: How is Dystonia Diagnosed?
Chapter 4: What are the Most Common Dystonias?
Chapter 5: Genetics
Chapter 6: How is Dystonia Treated?
Chapter 7: Is Dystonia Fatal?
Chapter 8: How Does Dystonia Impact Quality of Life?
Chapter 9: True Life Stories
Chapter 10: References